People & Culture 2024-25 Impact Report

Personal Observance Leave To support employees' diverse personal, cultural, and spiritual needs, a new personal observance leave policy took effect in July 2024. Under the policy, full-time and part time employees receive up to eight hours of paid leave per calendar year to use for any observance that holds personal significance (see table) . This flexible leave acknowledges the varied ways individuals honor their beliefs, traditions, or meaningful life events. Whether it's for a cultural holiday, religious observance, community event, or personal reflection, employees are encouraged to use this time in a way that supports their well being and values. Personal observance leave does not roll over from one calendar year to the next. It is not paid upon separation and cannot be donated to another employee or used with Family and Medical Leave Act leave. To request this leave, employees should follow the standard process through the timekeeping system. This policy reflects the City’s commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace and recognizes that personal time holds different meanings for everyone. Promoting Employee Wellness Healthier, Happier Employees The City instituted the Wellness Premium in January 2025 to reward employees’ proactive health choices and lower the City’s healthcare costs. The initiative fosters a supportive and engaged workplace by providing discounted health insurance premiums to individuals who complete specific wellness activities. These include: • Annual physical, prenatal exam, or any preventive screening • Biometric screenings (e.g., blood pressure, cholesterol, A1C) • Completion of the annual Rally Health Survey online

Employees complete and record eligible activities during the program year in their online portal. If they meet program requirements by the end of the calendar year, they become eligible for premium discounts in the following plan year.

Allotted Hours Per Calendar Year

Position Type

Full Time (40 hours/week) Part Time (30 hours/week) Part Time (25 hours/week) Part Time (20 hours/week)

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